Credentialed Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) plays a crucial role in patient care, client communication, and overall hospital operations. This position involves direct patient care, including assisting with assessments, performing technical procedures, administering treatments, and monitoring hospitalized patients. CVTs are also responsible for educating clients, managing hospital flow, maintaining cleanliness, and providing support to the front desk when needed. The role requires a commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, professionalism, and continuous learning, with the flexibility to assist in various areas of the hospital based on operational needs.

Requirements

Current CVT, LVT, RVT, or equivalent veterinary technician credential.
Minimum 2+ years of clinical veterinary experience as a Veterinary Technician (direct patient care)
Strong technical, patient-care, communication, and client-service skills.
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Dependable, team-oriented, and willing to assist across departments based on hospital needs.
Commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, professionalism, and continued learning.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient histories and assist with patient assessments.
Safely restrain and handle patients using low-stress techniques.
Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sample collection, and in-house laboratory testing.
Obtain diagnostic radiographs and assist with other diagnostic procedures.
Administer medications, vaccines, injections, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
Calculate medication dosages and fluid rates accurately.
Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate medical records.
Prepare and monitor patients for anesthesia, surgery, and recovery.
Assist with surgical and dental procedures, including dental radiographs and cleanings as appropriate.
Maintain and properly care for medical, surgical, dental, and anesthesia equipment.
Communicate veterinarian recommendations, medications, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to clients.
Provide appropriate client education and answer questions within the scope of the CVT role.
Check clients out, review services, and process payments according to hospital procedures.
Forward book recommended appointments before clients leave, including annual exams, boosters, rechecks, chronic-care monitoring, and other recommended follow-up care.
Work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, CSRs, and leadership to support efficient hospital flow.
Anticipate patient and team needs and assist throughout the hospital as needed.
Maintain clean, disinfected, organized, and appropriately stocked exam rooms and patient-care areas.
Participate in daily cleaning responsibilities, including treatment areas, kennels, surgery, laboratory, laundry, floors, equipment, and trash.
Complete assigned opening and closing responsibilities.
Provide CSR/front desk coverage as needed, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking clients in and out, processing payments, and assisting with general client communication.